Vocabulary Entry

confrontation

|noun • verb

noun

A situation in which two parties face each other to deal with competition or disagreement.

Example Sentences

"The confrontation between the two leaders escalated quickly."

"After the confrontation, they were able to discuss their issues calmly."

"The police arrived to break up the confrontation between the protesters and the counter-protesters."

verb

Example Sentences

"She decided to confront her fears and speak in public."

"He confronted his rival during the debate."

"The detective had to confront the suspect with the evidence."